Sakura Along the Shibuda River 🌸 2025 Yesterday, Tuesday, March 18, the kawazu cherry blossoms along the Shibuda River created a beautiful collaboration with Ooyama✨ The best viewing period has passed, but you can still enjoy them in some spots😊 In preparation for the Shibazakura Festival from Saturday, April 5 to Sunday, April 13, planting of shibazakura took place last weekend🌸 We are steadily preparing to welcome everyone🙌 We can’t wait for the carpet of delicate flowers to appear✨ Address Kanagawa Prefecture, Isehara, Kamitani Access From Isehara Station South Exit, Bus Stop No. 3 Take the bus bound for Hiratsuka Station North Exit (via Ota and Yokouchi), Hiratsuka Station North Exit (via Jojima and Hachima Street), or Aiko-Ishida Station (via Shimoochiai); about 7 minutes by bus Get off at Ota Elementary School-mae and walk about 10 minutes

Hosenji Temple 4th “Hanamatsuri” At last, tomorrow, Thursday, March 20, Hosenji will hold the 4th “Hanamatsuri” to celebrate the birth of Buddha. Enjoy the handmade hanamido (flower shrine) filled with beautiful blooms, the gentle scent of amazakecha (sweet tea), and a heartwarming memorial service. We will offer special goshuin and shuin unique to the Hanamatsuri. The first 100 visitors will receive a kirie (paper-cut) gift, and there will be rakugo storytelling by Kitaro Mukashi Mukashi-tei, a rakugo performer from Isehara, among other attractions. There are many more events planned. Please invite friends and family and join us for worship. Date and Time Thursday, March 20 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Participation Fee Please bring one flower to offer to the Buddha. You may use one of the flowers from a grave visit or a wildflower picked by the roadside. Venue Hosenji, Isehara Access From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, take the Kanachu Bus “I16” for about 30 minutes. Get off at Kurihara Bus Stop and walk about 10 minutes. From the bus stop, go straight up the slope. For details, visit the official website: https://www.ho-senji.info/hanamaturi... #Hosenji #Hanamatsuri #Isehara #Buddha #hanamido #amazakecha #goshuin #shuin #signs of spring #Buddhism #temple #event #sightseeing

【Flowering Information 1】Saitobaru We would like to inform you of the flowering status of Saitobaru on March 19 (Water). The rape flowers in Saitobaru have begun to bloom, albeit little by little. Cherry blossoms are still in buds. As in every year, it is expected to reach its best time to visit at the end of this month. ■ Information on Toilets and Car Parking in the Saitobaru Kofun Tumulus Group Saitobaru Guidance CenterIn addition to the Toilet of Konohanakan Saitobaru there are six public Toilet in the Kofun Tumulus (Imperial Tomb Square, Takatoriyama Parking Lot Car, Takatoriyama Parking Lot, Kofun Tumulus Car Parking Lot, Kofun Tumulus Car Parking Lot 2, Kofun Tumulus Car Parking Lot 3, and Saitobaru Sports Park, so please Use those as well. (with multi-purpose Toilet) * For details, please see the West City Tourism Association website.

Photographed on March 10, 25. It is the Hanachozu of rape flowers of Senba Toshogu Shrine.

Photographed on March 10, 25. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

Isehara Flower Report 2025.3.17 🌸 Flower Scenes to Enjoy in Isehara 💐 * Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) On the park's north side, a vivid carpet of rapeseed flowers and delicate Kawazu cherry blossoms 🌸 are in peak bloom together, creating a spectacular sight. At the top of the stairs, the flowerbeds host a colorful mix, including Christmas roses. Below the park, the almond trees' buds are swelling and will bloom soon. * Hinata Yakushi (Hinata 1644) The mitsumata shrubs beside the temple grounds are blooming with charming yellow flowers. * Oyama New Trail The deep pink Okame cherry blossoms 🌸 are now at their best. Look forward to more updates 🎵 #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Rapeseed flowers #Kawazu cherry blossoms #Spring flowers #Flowerbeds #Blooming updates #Hinata Yakushi #Mitsumata #Spring news #Yellow flowers #Ooyama #Oyama New Trail #Okame cherry blossoms #Cherry blossom avenue #Spring hiking #Pink flowers #Isehara #isehara #isehara #Isehara Tourism #Spring outings #Cherry blossom viewing

Ooyama Cable Car Notice: Restroom at Ooyama Cable Station Out of Service As of Monday, March 17, 2025, the restroom at Ooyama Cable Station on the Ooyama Cable Car is out of service due to a clogged pipe. For the latest information please visit the Ooyama Kanko Dentetsu Co., Ltd. website. https://www.ooyama-cable.co.jp// Also, the public restrooms at the summit of Ooyama remain unavailable due to frozen water supply pipes. Please use the public restrooms at Afuri Shrine Lower Sanctuary, Ooyama-dera, or the Ooyama Cable bus stop. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. The Okame cherry trees along the Ooyama Shindo are now in full bloom. Their charming pink blossoms await your visit. Access: From Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit, Bus Stop No. 4 Take the ‘Ooyama Cable’ bus for about 30 minutes Get off at the final stop and walk 15 minutes along Koma Sando to the cable car station. #Ooyama #Isehara #Sightseeing information #Ooyama Cable Car #Restroom out of service #Outing information #Spring sightseeing #Cherry blossoms #Flower viewing #Hiking #Trekking #Afuri Shrine #Ooyama-dera #Koma Sando #Odakyu Line #Isehara Station

Photographed on March 8, 25. This is Hanatetsu's Hanachozu. It has mimosa in it, and it is a Spring Hanachozu.

Tokiwa mansaku, a flower that grows naturally in only three places in Japan From Shodai Mountain, popular for its many hiking routes and as a beginner-friendly mountain walk, we introduce tokiwa-mansaku (tokiwa mansaku). Tokiwa refers to evergreens that keep their leaves year-round. Mansaku is said to express the wish for a bountiful harvest. The three places in Japan where you can encounter wild tokiwa-mansaku flowers are said to be Shodai Mountain, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture Ise Jingu, Mie Prefecture Kamukura, Kosai City, Shizuoka Prefecture Typically they are in bloom from mid-April to late April each year. Spot information Shodai Mountain (Shodai-san) Shodai Mountain parking lot, restrooms available 2773-595 Kaba, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture 0968-63-1421 (Arao City Tourism and Cultural Exchange Division) #Shodai Mountain #Arao-jenic #tokiwa-mansaku #Kyushu mountains #Kyushu Nature Trail #low-mountain hike #mountain climbing #Shodai Mountain trail running #Arao City #Kumamoto

End of Ume Plum Rain With rain that comes and goes suddenly The sound of thunder breaking through the sky When your heart is rough and you want to go out for a change of pace A rain woman who gets such weather only At a temple in Kamakura where water streams Peering into a floating water pool of hydrangeas The world that can be seen through the gaps in the flowers It was shaking very quietly

It is said to be the best bloom in the last 20 years I have seen the Ume Plum of "Kazahaya no Sato". As you can see. If you don't see it, it's a loss! Tsu City, Mie Prefecture Prefecture "Kazahaya no Sato" 2025/3/8

Photographed on March 8, 25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine. I have a cold, and I am in bed. It's the change of seasons, so please take care of your body. 🤒

[Isehara Flower Update] 2025.3.12 * Ooyama Shindo ⛰️ I missed the Ooyama Mountain Running Marathon, but the Okame cherry trees along Ooyama Shindo have started to bloom—about 40% in bloom, I’d say. ⚠️ The Ooyama cable car is suspended from today, Tuesday, March 12, through Thursday, March 14, for wire rope replacement. Please be careful when you go out❗️ * Maruyama Castle Ruins Park (Shimokasuya 2168-2) The plum blossoms in the park have finished, and the Kawazu cherry blossoms are blooming beautifully✨ Only a few almond blossoms are opening at the lower end of the park, but they’re just beginning and will be a delight to watch going forward. #Isehara #Isehara #Flower Update #Ooyama Shindo #Okame cherry #Maruyama Castle Ruins Park #Kawazu cherry #Almond blossoms #Signs of spring #Tourist information

This is Momo Minamoto Township! It was started by the people of the Kine district to liven up the area, and now as many as 2,000 weeping peaches are blooming. In the center, a pond and a weeping peach is projected, and those who visit it Gari a voice of admiration. The best time to visit seems to be mid-April next year. Ena City, Gifu Prefecture "Kineshi Weeping Momoen" *Last year's photo

Photographed on March 8, 25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on March 8, 25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

\Echizen Pottery Village Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) Festival held in! ／ Annual event, the "Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) Festival" will be Held in again this year at the Echizen Pottery Village in Echizen Town! In 2025, it will be held for two days on Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13. There are many fun projects such as a craft market, stage performances, Stamp Rally, and a large lottery! There is also a night cherry blossom road with cherry blossoms Light up at night~! Full of excitement, let's go to the pottery Village in Spring! ◎The 13th Echizen Pottery Village Shidarezakura (weeping cherry blossoms) Festival https://www.town-echizen.jp/event/detail.php?id=518... https://www.town-echizen.jp/event/detail.php?id=518...

Isehara Flower Report 2025.3.10 * Hinata Yakushi Plum Garden (Hinata 1644) The plum grove above the rear parking lot of Hinata Yakushi is at its best ✨. Mitsumata shrubs are also in bloom. * Ugaku Bunko Yamaguchi Residence (Kamikasuya 862-1) The plums around the parking lot and the Yamaguchi residence are at their best ✨. The free opening of the plum garden that had passed its peak has ended. Rapeseed flowers along the path behind the plum garden are beautiful. Tour of the nationally registered tangible cultural property Yamaguchi Residence: Adults 300 yen * Along the Ooyama New Trail Okame cherry blossoms are late in opening. Some spots have just started to bloom, depending on location, The buds are swelling, and the best is yet to come ✨ * Photos show yesterday’s conditions. #Isehara Flower Report #Isehara #Plum #Plum blossoms #Ugaku Bunko #Hinata Yakushi

Photographed on March 8, 25. This is Hanachozu of Chuin.

Photographed 3/1/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 3/1/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed 3/1/25. It is Hanachozu of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Isehara Flower Report 2025 The Okame cherry trees along the Shindo trail usually reach full bloom around the time of the Ooyama Climb Marathon, but this year flowering seems a little delayed. The buds have swelled considerably, so we’re looking forward to the blossoms. ✨Sunday, March 9th — Ooyama Climb Marathon✨ The Isehara Tourism Association will also have a booth at Isehara Elementary School (11:00–16:00). ＊Offered with the sacred salt from Ooyama Afuri Shrine Sakamoto Poultry’s Sakamoto no Tamago Boiled egg — 100 yen each (tax included) ＊New release: Value pack Large size 250 g (10 servings) Ooyama Natural Hot Spring Komaya no Yu “Isehara Ooyama no Yu” ♨️ 1 bag 1,500 yen (tax included) And more — a bounty of Isehara’s delicious local specialties and famous products. Once sold out, they’re gone—come early! We look forward to seeing you. #Isehara #Isehara #Ooyama Climb Marathon #Okame cherry #cherry blossoms #flower report #Isehara tourism #sightseeing #local specialties #souvenirs #hot springs Odakyu Line Isehara Station North Exit — on the stairs Station Shop Kururin House (Isehara Station Tourist Information) OPEN 9:00–17:00 (open year-round)

Photographed 3/2/25. This is Hanachozu from Hara Flower Shop.

Fukujukusou began to bloom in the Amano district of Katsura Town. Nearby, Seribao wren was also blooming dainty flowers.

Photo taken on March 5: The Okanzakura (Okan cherry blossoms) in the Waterside Park have come into full bloom They are now at their best 🌸

Photographed 3/1/25. This is Hanachozu of Chuin.

Photographed 3/1/25. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin. There is a little chick. 🎎

Photographed 3/1/25. It is Hanachozu of Naritasan Kawagoe Betsuin.

Photographed on March 1: The ume plum trees at Atami Plum Garden are still in full bloom! Atami Plum Garden Ume Album https://www.ataminews.gr.jp/features/46...